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Tikapa Moana: Whales, Dolphins and Islands Cruise
Discover Tikapa Moana - the Hauraki Gulf with us as we cruise through the myriad of islands, spot wildlife and learn about the cultural footprint of Tamaki Makaurau!
Highlights
- Marine mammal viewing including whales, dolphins, seals, penguins, and birdlife.
- Marine mammal viewing guarantee - voucher to come again for free if we don’t spot marine mammals during your cruise.
- Hear fascinating stories on the history and origins of land, sea and Ngāi Tai ki Tāmaki - original inhabitants of Tāmaki Makaurau.
Make your way through this stunning landscape including the volcanic peak of Rangitoto and island sanctuaries Motutapu and Tiritiri Matangi. Hear about the conservation programmes on many of these islands that are regenerating flora and fauna, and reintroducing native species.
Spot the locals! You'll see a variety of marine wildlife in their natural habitat including whales, dolphins, seals, penguins, birdlife and more from our comfortable cruise vessel purpose-built for wildlife viewing.
As part of your cruise, you can discover one of our island destinations with your choice of island stop at Rotoroa Island or Man O' War, Waiheke Island - take the opportunity to stretch your legs, swim in a sheltered bay and discover wine or wildlife. (no Island Stop is available on our 11:30am departure on weekends)
Operating in partnership with Ngāi Tai Te Haerenga, throughout your cruise you will hear the fascinating origins and histories of the land, sea and Ngāi Tai ki Tāmaki – original inhabitants of Tāmaki Makaurau.
All prices are shown in NZD ($)
- Adult$155.00
- Child$75.00
- Infant Free of Charge
- Family$460.00
- Adult$155.00
- Child$75.00
- Infant Free of Charge
- Family$460.00
- Adult$155.00
- Child$75.00
- Infant Free of Charge
- Family$460.00
- Adult$101.00
- Child$75.00
- Infant Free of Charge
- Family$460.00
- Adult$101.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$75.00
- Infant Free of Charge
- Family$460.00
- Adult$155.00
- Child$75.00
- Infant Free of Charge
- Family$460.00
- Adult$155.00
- Child$75.00
- Infant Free of Charge
- Family$460.00
- Adult$155.00
- Child$75.00
- Infant Free of Charge
- Family$460.00
- Adult$101.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$75.00
- Infant Free of Charge
- Family$460.00
- Adult$101.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$75.00
- Infant Free of Charge
- Family$460.00
Authenticated Reviews & Photos All of our reviews are from people who have booked and paid for this activity thru Bookme
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Parth Modi from New Zealand wrote on 10 May 2025
Dolphin Cruise
Best experience ever. Caught 100s of Dolphins
meikes from Germany wrote on 08 April 2025
Dolphins cruise
it was a great day!!
joannes15 from New Zealand wrote on 22 March 2025
Whale & Dolphin Cruise
Absolutely love this cruise. Done this 4 times now & with family too when they've visited from England. Unfortunately we haven't seen any whales yet but keep on hoping for the next time ❤️
Mohamed Kajee from New Zealand wrote on 23 February 2025
Very good
Many dolphins however too many side stops
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nikunjm1 from New Zealand wrote on 09 June 2025
Best day ever!
A wonderfull experience.